Ethelbert - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Ethelbert \e-thelbe-

is of Old English origin, and its meaning is "noble, bright, famous". The original form of Albert. A sixth-century king of Kent whom Saint Augustine converted to Christianity.

For more information, see also the related name Elbert.

Baby names that sound like Ethelbert are Adelbert and Adalbert. Other similar baby names are Ethelred and Engelbert.

Ethelbert is an uncommon first name for men and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

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